Time Zone Converter
Convert between IST & EST with precision
IST
India
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9.5 hrs
EST
Eastern US
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Convert Specific Time
EST (UTC-5:00)
4:30 AM
Same day
Quick Reference
2:00 PM
IST
→
4:30 AM
EST
9:00 AM
IST
→
11:30 PM
EST (previous day)
12:00 AM
IST
→
2:30 PM
EST (previous day)
7:00 PM
EST
→
4:30 AM
IST (next day)
Understanding IST to EST Time Conversion
Time Difference
Indian Standard Time (IST) is 9 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Eastern Standard Time (EST). When it's 2:00 PM in India, it's 4:30 AM in New York.
Daylight Saving Time
Eastern Time observes Daylight Saving Time (EDT), while IST does not. During EDT, the time difference reduces to 9 hours. Always verify the current season when scheduling.
UTC References
IST is UTC+5:30, while EST is UTC-5:00. Understanding these UTC offsets helps when coordinating across multiple time zones globally.
Business Communication Between India and Eastern US
When scheduling meetings between India and the Eastern United States, finding overlapping business hours can be challenging due to the significant time difference. Here are some optimal times for collaboration:
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM IST
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM EST
Morning in US, Evening in India
7:30 AM - 10:00 AM IST
10:00 PM - 12:30 AM EST
Evening in US, Morning in India
Key Cities in Each Time Zone
IST Cities
- New Delhi, India
- Mumbai, India
- Bangalore, India
- Chennai, India
- Kolkata, India
- Hyderabad, India
EST Cities
- New York, USA
- Washington D.C., USA
- Boston, USA
- Miami, USA
- Toronto, Canada
- Atlanta, USA
Tips for Working Across IST and EST
- Schedule smartly: Plan meetings during overlapping business hours to avoid late nights or early mornings.
- Use shared calendars: Set up calendars that display both time zones to avoid confusion.
- Be mindful of weekends: Remember that when it's Friday evening in India, it's still Friday morning/afternoon in the US.
- Consider daylight saving: Be aware of time changes during daylight saving transitions in the US.
- Confirm meeting times: Always confirm the exact time in both zones when scheduling important calls.